The Red Release: Meet Paloma Elsesser

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When it comes to street style, confidence and authenticity, no one
does it quite like Paloma Elsesser. A native of Los Angeles, the
23-year-old writer now lives in New York with a healthy following on
Instagram where she always delivers her distinct
style combined with brains, beauty and a good dose of sass.

Recently, she modeled our latest Limited
Release Collection. The Red
Release 6-inch Premium Boot is part of a one-of-a-kind
monochromatic red collection available in men’s, kids and junior’s
sizes (ladies, you can fit the junior’s sizes too).

We sat down with Paloma to get the inside scoop on her style
influences and how she’d wear the Red Release boots.

How old were you when you bought your first pair of Timberland
boots - and what inspired the purchase?

I was in the 6th grade. I bought a pair of classic wheats from the
Beverly Center with money I saved.

At the time, my desire for them was purely aesthetic - I grew up in
LA and who needs Timberlands in LA?

Growing up in LA, who were your style influences?

I've gone through a slew of style phases but always had roots in
hip-hop style and culture. I pull from influences throughout Chicano culture.

My favorite era is late 80s, early 90s. I also grew up around a lot
of boys so I would extract from what the guys were wearing - cargos,
workwear and sneakers.

Has your style changed since you moved to New York?

I wouldn't say my style changed - I'd say it has evolved. I don't
look like a completely different person. My style has always remained
cohesive. I definitely dress more practical and for comfort just based
off of how demanding the city is.

One piece of advice for women and girls who look to you for body confidence?

Be as honest as possible. Eat honestly. Diet honestly. Wear clothes
that are honest to you. Find what works for you and the confidence
will follow.

Fill in the blank:

I can’t leave home without my …. headphones and perfume.When I think of Timberland, I think of …. authenticity.This fall I can’t wait to wear … turtlenecks.I’m
currently coveting … a vacation.Currently listening
to … Mazzy Star and FutureWhen in
doubt, wear … a dress and sneakers.